Tehran: Iran's Foreign Ministry has announced that the Islamic Republic is closely following the recent developments in South Korea. The ministry's public relations office issued a statement on Wednesday morning addressing the political situation in South Korea. According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the statement emphasized, "The Islamic Republic of Iran is closely following the developments in South Korea and hopes that the situation will return to normal without harm being inflicted on the people, legal institutions, and democracy." It further advised Iranian nationals residing in South Korea to take necessary precautions, avoid areas where violence might occur, and promptly contact the Iranian Embassy in Seoul if any emergencies arise. Tensions in South Korea escalated following President Yoon Suk Yeol's controversial declaration of martial law on December 3, 2024. The declaration was later revoked due to widespread backlash. The announcement and its subsequent reversal led to protests organized by opposition groups and civil society organizations. These groups criticized the president's actions as undemocratic and called for his resignation.